Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Foggy Bottom

The food was so good but the experience was disappointing. This was probably my third or fourth visit to P&N and I am never disappointed with the quality and flavors of the food! This time we were a bit disappointed with the service: -We ordered the "catedral" mistakenly thinking it was a pitcher and referred to it as a pitcher. When the drink came out we were surprised it was not a pitcher and then wondered why the server did not clarify that our order of the "pitcher of pisco, the catedral" was in fact not a pitcher but just a large glass -1 out of the 2 entrees was served when we were still half way through the apps so our two-top table was pretty packed between the two plates of appetizers, the bottle of water, the glasses of water, our cocktails and now the entree -Why not wait until the appetizers are finished to serve the entree? And why serve one entree out of the two and not serve the entrees together? -My steak was cold. The pasta was warm but my steak was straight up cold -Server eventually was a bit MIA. No water refills. No offer for a dessert menu. We had to waive our server down multiple times to either ask for something, to order something else or to have plates cleared from the table. The most frustrating aspect of the visit had to do with OpenTable rewards. P&N is listed as a restaurant that accepts OpenTable rewards. The reservation was actually even made through the OpenTable reward page and the redeemed reward can only be used at the restaurant where the reservation is made. It was then disappointing to hear that P&N would not be accepting my reward. I tried to have a conversation with the manager but she refused to honor the reward and ultimately said "theres nothing else I can do." I had to really push for the restaurant to provide a gesture for the reward issue. I will say that despite the disappointing service every one was extremely nice and professional. I just wish the experience had gone better and matched the excellence of the food.

I brought to celebrate her birthday and she was not disappointed. Everything was was great our waitress was wonderful, we had a great time thank you! The food was excellent

This was a great experience. From the time we walked in until we left the staff were considerably, attentive, and extremely nice. The energy is inviting. The open kitchen was a nice addition to the experience filling the room with warmth. The menu was clearly designed with deep thought and intention. Would highly recommended.

Returned and it’s even better ! They have refined their seafood tasting menu to a high level. We are talking Michelin Stars level of excellence here. Service is impeccable and the room and vibe are great. Worth a walk over if in Georgetown, a drive if in Dc or close by and a plane ride from anywhere now . It’s exceptional.

Had a wonderful experience. The food was delicious and the service was great. We sat at the counter and were able to watch the chef make everything. Since we went on a Monday, wine was market price, so we enjoyed the salmon special and pork chop with a bottle of wine. Too bad they're closing the restaurant portion, because we would definitely go back. Looking forward to taking some cooking classes there though!